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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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